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Doryu-ji Temple

3.5

26 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Kagawa Pref. Nakatadoguntadotsuchou Kitagamo 1-3-30

The Doryu-ji Temple is the 77th temple of the Shikoku 88-temple Pilgrimage. According to tradition, the Temple was founded when Wakino Michikata, the local ruler, carved a statue of the Bhaisajyaguru (Medicine Buddha) from a large mulberry tree and built a temple to install it in. There is a mystical legend associated with this mulberry Buddha statue. Curious about a strange light that the mulberry tree was emitting every night, Wakino Michikata shot an arrow at the tree, and killed his old nurse by mistake. Overcome with grief, Wakino Michikata carved a Buddha statue from the tree to pray to, and his nurse subsequently came back to life.

住所は善通寺市から多度津町に変わりますが、こちらも街中のお寺さんです。立派な仁王門を始め多宝塔など建造物は目をひきます。とはいえ、なかなか八十八カ所それぞれのお寺さんの特長の記憶を定着させることの難しい事といったら。。。道隆寺と聞いて、後日でも一番記憶を呼び出しやすい印象的なものといったら、境内に都合200体以上が並んでいる観音像ということになるでしょうか。
Mandaraji Temple

4.0

29 Reviews

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Kagawa Pref. Zentsujishi Yoshiwarachou 1380-1

This temple in Zentsuji City belongs to the Zentsuji sect of Shingon Buddhism. It is the 72nd temple of the Shikoku 88-temple Pilgrimage. Its origins are old, established in 596 as the family temple for the Saeki clan—a powerful clan in Sanuki region. Then, after Kobo Daishi returned from Tang (China), he paid homage to the Dainichi-Nyorai here, and set up the Diamond World and Womb Realm World mandalas, renaming it “Mandala Temple.” The grounds had nurtured an “undying pine” called “Kasamatsu” —thought to have been 1200 years old—but it was cut down due to insect damage. An image of Daishi was later carved into its trunk, and is lovingly called “Kasamatsu Daishi.”

最近は昔と違って、あらゆることに対して許容とか寛容とか云うことが出来ない世の中になっているらしい。かと云って、世の中が正義で満ち溢れているのか、と云うと全く逆で世の中はむしろ悪意に満ち溢れているのが現在。若干の清濁を合わせ飲む「余裕」が今ほどほしい時代はないんじゃないか？と思う。ここの遍路については以前も述べたが、何故、面倒なバスに乗ったり降りたりしながら廻らなければいけないのか？不合理。バス遍路...
Marugame Castle

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Kagawa Pref. Marugameshi Ichibanchou

Marugame Castle is a flatland-mountain castle built in Kameyama at a height of approximately 66 meters. It is also called Kameyama Castle. This castle has won fame as a fine stone walled castle; various methods of stacking stones can be seen in this castle such as using stone worked on by a mason which is stacked up and implanted with Japanese clover, stacking natural stone which has been joined together and stacking the unworked surface of quarried stones. The castle tower is enshrined by a stone wall and is said to be the highest in Japan, which is one of the castle towers out of the 12 remaining castle towers in existence and even now conveys a characteristic beauty of form which is harmonized with nature. In 1957, the Ote Ichino-mon Gate and Ote Nino-mon Gate were designated as Important Cultural Properties of Japan.
Misaki no Bunkyojo

4.0

48 Reviews

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Kagawa Pref. Shouzugunshoudoshimachou Tanoura Jia 977-1

This is a spot that is famous for serving as a location for the filming of the 1954movie Twenty-Four Eyes. Ever since it was built in 1902 it was used as the Noma Elementary School Tanoura Branch for approximately 70 years. The classrooms remain as they were at the time with desks, an organ and creations by schoolchildren left behind, and there is no end to the visits by fans of the film and original novel.

何の感慨も受けなかった場所でした。小さな机がかろうじて自らの７０年ほど前の小学校入学時代を思い出した程度で。元々、小説の舞台として取り上げられただけなので、色々と誇張も創作も入っており、入場料払ってまで観覧しないといけない場所とまでは思っていなかった。原作者にも小説にもそれほどの魅力も感じていないし・・・但し、ここはまだ現場、単なるイミテーションのロケセットの場所である二十四の瞳映画村よりは良かっ...
Komatsuozan Fudokoin Daiko-ji Temple

4.0

19 Reviews

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Kagawa Pref. Mitoyoshi Yamamotochoutsuji 4209

The Komatsuozan Fudokoin Daiko-ji Temple is a temple belonging to the Zentsu-ji school of Shingon Buddhism, located in the Yamamoto Town of Mitoyo City, Kagawa Prefecture; it is the 67th temple of the Shikoku 88-temple Pilgrimage. The Daiko-ji Temple was originally founded as a branch temple of the Todai-ji Temple in Nara, but was subsequently reestablished by Kobo Daishi. At one point in its history the temple changed its adherence to the Tendai school of Buddhism, under the influence of the monk Saicho (the founder of Tendai Buddhism); as a result, the temple precincts now house both the Shingon Buddhist Kobo Daishi Hall and the Tendai Buddhist Tendai Daishi Hall. The statue of Kongo Rikishi (a Buddhist guardian deity), which according to tradition was carved by the master sculptor Unkei, is believed to be the largest statue of its kind in any temple in Shikoku. Also worth seeing are the Shichinichi Tomyo votive candles, which are believed to help worshippers protect themselves from illness, ensure smooth childbirth, and increase the likelihood of having a happy marriage, etc., and the huge Japanese Torreya trees and Camphor trees, which are said to have been planted by Kobo Daishi.

四国霊場巡りで初めて行きました。駐車場に車を停め、仁王門から石段を上ると、正面に本堂があり、すぐ隣でこちらを見るようなところに納経所もありました。左手に大師堂がありました。トイレを利用しましたが、すごくきれいでした。
Seto Ohashi Commemorative Hall and Exhibition Space

4.0

41 Reviews

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Kagawa Pref. Sakaideshi Bannosumidorichou 6-13

Seto-ohashi Bridge is one of the largest scale bridges in the world. In the commemorative Hall and Exhibition Space located in the Seto Ohashi Memorial Park, the techniques and construction of the bridge from beginning to end are showcased using images and models. The bridge has a depth of 50 meters below sea, a height of 200 meters and span of 9.4 kilometers. Don’t miss the bridge theater where you can enjoy the whole picture of the Seto-ohashi Bridge in high-definition. Audio guide is available in English, Chinese, and Korean.

瀬戸大橋坂出側に有る橋を紹介しているミュージアムです。橋が無い時代は、天気が悪いと四国が陸の孤島になったという時代だったそうです。瀬戸大橋のミニチュアも有ります。
Shushakaji Temple

3.5

25 Reviews

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Kagawa Pref. Zentsujishi Yoshiwarachou 1091

Located around 10 minutes’ drive from JR Zentsu-ji Station, the Shushaka-ji Temple is associated with legends about Kobo Daishi. It is the 73rd temple of the Shikoku 88-temple Pilgrimage. According to tradition, when Kobo Daishi was seven years old he jumped off a cliff, and was rescued by a celestial maiden; the Shashingadake-zenjo Inner Temple was built in gratitude for this event. The Inner Temple is situated around 50 minutes’ walk from the main hall, but it can also be reached by car; on the way, visitors pass by a grove of Japanese cypress trees that have been designated for special preservation by Kagawa Prefecture, the Yosano Akiko and Hiroshi Garden, and Yanagai-no-mizu. From the Inner Temple, there are superb views of the Sanuki Plain and the Seto Inland Sea.

縁起が余りにも現実離れしていて、幼稚園の園児が聞いても「あり得ない」と思うようなものについては、単なる「日本昔話」ですよ、と云って余り事大げさに言わない、伝えない方がいいと思う。空想上の人ならかまわないが、空海さんは実在の方だけに少々の誇張は仕方ないとしてもこの寺院に纏わる昔話だけは到底、信じられない。信仰云々以前の問題であり、聞いても笑えるだけ、空海さんの教えや思想を折角、信奉している者(私もそ...
Angel Road

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Kagawa Pref. Shouzuguntonoshouchou Ginpura

This mysterious sand road appears and disappears with the changing of the tide. It’s said that if you cross Angel Road while holding hands with that special someone that your wishes come true. Beautiful scenery awaits you any time of day from sunrise to evening. Try sending a mail from the mailbox at the gift shop. They will post-mark it with olive and Angel Road designs. The road is about a five-minute drive from Tonosho Port.
Roadside Station Fureai Park Mino

4.0

18 Reviews

Transportation

Kagawa Pref. Mitoyo-shi Minocho Omi-Otsu 74

This roadside station is packed with facilities like a local specialty products hall, an indoor swimming pool, and a natural hot spring bathhouse that provides accommodation. A mask of a mythical shishi lion greets you at the entrance of their shop. Its popular, original boysenberry soft serve ice cream is made with local Mitoyo grown fruit. It has all kinds of Kagawa specialty items like manju buns, Sanuki udon, and honetsuki-dori roasted bone-in chicken.

道の駅は通常、国道沿いなど交通量の多い道路際にあるのが普通ですが、この道の駅は山の中にあります。四国８８箇所７１番礼所・弥谷寺の前、この寺をまわるのに駐車場にもなります。弥谷寺は山登りのしんどい寺なので、この道の駅は一息入れるのもいいところです。
Uchiwa no Minato Museum (POLCA)

3.5

30 Reviews

Leisure / Hobbies

Kagawa Pref. Marugameshi Minatomachi 307-15

The Uchiwa no Minato Museum (POLCA) is a museum dedicated to the history of Marugame uchiwa (traditional paper fans). During the Edo period, it became customary to buy Marugame paper fans as souvenirs of a pilgrimage to the Kotohira Shrine, and fan-making became an important local industry in Marugame. The making of Marugame uchiwa fans has been designated a National Traditional Craft. The exhibits in POLCA include examples of different types of Marugame uchiwa fan dating from the Edo period to the present day, as well as the main regional fan styles from other parts of Japan, and mannequins showing the fan-making process, etc. There is also a demonstration area where visitors can see traditional fan-making techniques being demonstrated. POLCA is located around 15 minutes’ walk from JR Marugame Station.

Making fans was so enjoyable. We have seen many wonderful temples, gardens and castles and even been to Disney Tokyo. I have to say that for some reason this was one of the most memorable...
Roadside Station Nagao

3.0

17 Reviews

Transportation

Kagawa Pref. Sanukishi Maeyama 940-12

A roadside station situated along the way to the Okuboji Temple, the last temple on 88 sacred places on the Shikoku Pilgrimage. To the north of the station is the shore of the lake created by Maeyama Dam; mountains stretch away to the south. The station sells an abundant variety of fresh legumes and beans and products which make great gifts and souvenirs, such as red peas, black soybeans, and red kidney beans. There's also a shop selling other local products.

地元の名産品や竹細工などが売られている。道の駅にしてはとても小さいように思える。地域の交流の場のような感じ。野菜は安い。通りがかりの際はぜひお立ち寄りください。
Kagawa Gift Shop Ritsurin-An

4.0

22 Reviews

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Kagawa Pref. Takamatsushi Ritsurinchou 1-20-16

Kagawa Gift Shop Ritsurin-An is on the grounds of Ritsurin Park, a Special Place of Scenic Beauty. The scent of hinoki cypress greets you when you step in the door. They offer an array of enticing goods including traditional Sanuki handicrafts like Kagawa lacquerware and Takamatsu papier-mache, as well as unique items with udon noodle motifs. Food products like Sanuki udon and seasonal sweets are available too.

栗林公園駐車場脇にある物産館。お土産物屋さん。お土産探しに時間が避けないけれど、何か買って行きたい人には良いかもしれません。
Shodoshima Furusatomura

3.5

8 Reviews

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Kagawa Pref. Shouzugunshoudoshimachou Murou 2084-1

This general-purpose leisure facility focuses on “playing, experiencing, lodging, eating, and buying.” You can try out somen-nagashi or hand-thrown udon noodles, or other activities like rental bicycles and family pools (depends on season). Popular products include plum ice cream and somen noodles. It is a place where you can enjoy both eating and playing all day.

小豆島ふるさと村はアウトドア関連のリクリエーション施設。このお店はその施設に付随した道の駅売店。規模はさほど大きくない。
Yokai Art Museum

3.5

21 Reviews

Leisure / Hobbies

Kagawa Shozu-gun Tonoshocho Ko 405

Complex intricate alleys remain in Tonosho Town, the “Town of the Maze,” in Shozu County, Kagawa Prefecture, which were once used to escape wars and pirates. “MeiPAM” is an art project making use of the old buildings and things remaining in the town, to encourage people to visit. There are a variety of stores throughout the town to be enjoyed leisurely, including art galleries in restored former soy sauce shops warehouses, and cellars from the Meiji period. Cafeterias using Shodoshima Island and Setouchi (Inland Sea) produce, books and sundries shops, and fashionable cafes are popular for meals and breaks when exploring the town.

Had a great time wandering around to these galleries. A few tips One of the exhibitions is really dark. Wait for a minute or two at the entrance for your eyes to adjust before you wander around...
Kotohira Kaiyo Hakubutsukan (Maritime Science Museum)

3.5

21 Reviews

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953 Kotohira-machi Nakatadi-gun Kagawa Prefecture

The Kotohira Kaiyo Hakubutsukan maritime science museum is located immediately adjacent to the Kanamaru-za theater, Japan’s oldest Kabuki theater, where Konpira Kabuki performances are held; the theater is situated on the pathway leading up the famous Konpira-san shrine, dedicated to the god of the sea. The museum has a sound theatre, models that recreate an Edo-period harbor, a ship maneuvering simulator that allows visitors to experience steering a ship, etc., along with a wide range of materials relating to nature (with a focus on the sea), ships and maritime affairs.

海上交通の神様であるこんぴらさんにちなんだ施設だ。ほかけ船や千石船などのほか江戸時代の船や施設、さらには現代の船、瀬戸大橋の建設、南極船などの様子が展示されている。
Outdoor Music Plaza Theatron

4.5

8 Reviews

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Kagawa Pref. Sanukishi Kamoshou 1-20

This versatile open-air theater is the largest in Chugoku and Shikoku regions. It faces the Seto Inland Sea, letting visitors enjoy the natural beauty of Seto Naikai National Park while taking in plays, concerts, and more. The parking lots used for events vary, so it's a good idea to confirm the location in advance when driving to the venue.

讃岐市に位置している、音楽系のイベントに適している野外音楽広場です。剣闘士奴隷の試合があったコロセウムのような感じです。
Seto Inland Sea Folk History Museum

4.5

16 Reviews

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Kagawa Takamatsu-shi Kamemizu Cho 1412-2 (Goshikidai Yamaue)

This museum was established in 1973 in order to enhance awareness of the region’s history and traditional culture. The museum collects, displays, and researches items connected to the history and folk customs of the Setouchi region. The museum’s standing exhibition displays National Tangible Folk Cultural Property-designated fishing gear and vessels used on the Seto Inland Sea, and a recreation of a traditional boat-building shop, enabling visitors to come in contact with the unique traditional way of life in the Setouchi region. Outside the museum are displayed a motorized sailboat and other wooden boats, as well as stone statues. From the rooftop observatory, museum visitors can take in the idyllic scenery of the Bisan Strait.

2022年8月6日、この日は五色台展望台に立ち寄った。車で瀬戸内海歴史民族資料館にやってきた。駐車場は舗装されていないが、とても広い。高松港にあった灯台が展示されている。瀬戸内海歴史民族資料館は、瀬戸内地方の歴史、民俗等に関する資料の展示をしている。「日本建築学会賞」、「公共建築百選」に選ばれている建物だ。入口に、建物の模型が展示してある。無料で、撮影OKという素晴らしい施設だ。ビックリするく...
Former Zentsuji Kaikosha

4.5

16 Reviews

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Kagawa Pref. Zentsujishi Bunkyouchou 2-1-1

Former Zentsuji Kaikosha is an important cultural property. Established in 1896 in Zentsuji-cho, it was built by the Japanese army's Eleventh Division, a group dedicated to officer camaraderie and academic research. These buildings were once found nationwide, but today there are very few left. You can explore it from 10 am to 4 pm. The banquet hall is available for reservation too.

明治３６年に、第十一師団・陸軍将校のための親睦の場として完成した建物が、見事に復元・保存されています。
Naoshima Island

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Kagawa Pref. Kagawagunnaoshimachou

Naoshima has three settlements: Miyanoura, where ferries arrive and depart, Honmura, which was a castle town during the Warring States period, and the fishing port of Tsumuura. An important base for maritime transport starting in the Edo period, today it offers atmospheric historic neighborhoods mingling with modern creative influences. Traditional entertainment also flourished as the territory was under the direct control of the Shogunate during the Edo period. The island's renowned all-women bunraku puppet theater is still performed today.
Takinomiya Tenmangu Shrine

4.0

17 Reviews

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Kagawa Pref. Ayautagunayagawachou Takinomiya 1314

Takinomiya Tenmangu is Sanuki's god of scholarship. In 886 Sugawara-no-Michizane became Sanuki's governor, living in the official residence located in Takinomiya, Ayananjo County. It's said the shrine grounds are built on the site. The Nembutsu dances that take place annually on the grounds have been designated a National Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property. Lots of visitors come on August 25 for the annual rites to pray for rain and a good harvest. These ceremonies have been held for over 1,000 years.

「学問の神様」の菅原道真が讃岐の国司になったときに住んでいた場所です。道真はこの後右大臣まで出世しました。普通の神社でしったが、道真の絵などが飾られていました。

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Kagawa Areas

Japan’s smallest prefecture, Kagawa, may take up just a small corner of Shikoku, but it has grown increasingly popular with the recognition of Naoshima, its "art island" in the Seto Inland Sea between Shikoku and Honshu. Just a stone’s throw from the islands, mainland Kagawa’s prefectural capital, Takamatsu, holds history in its castle ruins and its pride and joy, Ritsurin Garden, is known as one of the country’s best gardens.